B.ENG (HONS) IN MECHATRONIC ENGINEERING

High-quality undergraduate engineering education by providing
students with a curriculum that is firmly grounded in Mechatronic
engineering fundamentals.

A study of basic engineering sciences and fundamentals of
mechanical, electrical, electonics and computing engineering.
Students will be to integrate these four diverse.

The technical skills to design, analyse and test
intelligent products or processes that incorporate suitable
controller, sensor and mechatronic devices for robotics and
automation.

Admission required:

Pass STPM with at least principal / full pass / grade C
(CGPA 2.0) in Mathematics and Physics or Chemistry and pass SPM with
credit in Mathematics and one of the relevant Science subjects -
Physics / Chemistry / Technical / Vocational; OR

Pass 'A' Levels with at least a pass in Mathematics and
Physics or Chemistry and pass 'O' Levels / GCSE or equivalent with
Grade C in Mathematics and one of the science subjects - Physics or
Chemistry; OR

Pass UEC or Senior Middle Three (SM3) with Grade B in five
(5) subjects including Mathematics and one of the relevant Science
subjects - Physics or Chemistry and a pass in Bahasa Malaysia; OR

Pass the APU Foundation or equivalent; OR

A qualification that APIIT accepts as equivalent to the
above

PROGRAMME EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES:

Graduates of APU Bachelor of Engineering in their respective
programs are expected within five years of graduation to attain the
following programme educational objectives.

Be a practicing engineer
contributing to the development of Mechatronic Engineering while
demonstrating professionalism

An Electrical Engineer may be responsible for research, design ,
development, manufacturing and management of complex hardware and
software systems and reliable, cost effective devices, many
involving the use of new information and computer intensive
technologies. These include.

Integrated electronic systems

Renewable energy systems

Generation, transmission and
distribution of electrical power

Instrumentation in electrical and
electronic systems

Manufacturing

Microelectronics

Photoelectronics

PROGRAMME OUTCOMES:

The students, upon completion of their study, should attain the
following outcomes.

Ability to gain and apply
principles of Mathematics, Science and Engineering

Ability to identify engineering
problems and apply engineering principles to solve them

Ability to recognize and apply
suitable tools and techniques for engineering practical applications

Ability to investigate complex
engineering problems using research techniques

Ability to comprehend and
demonstrate current good practices of engineering for sustainable
development and environmental considerations

Ability to practice safety,
health, social, cultural and legal responsibilities as an engineer

Ability to execute the
responsibilities of an Engineer professionally and ethically

Ability to function effectively
as a team leader or a member in a team

Ability to recognize the need
for, and be able to engage in independent and life-long learning
towards continuous professional development

Ability to demonstrate and apply
the knowledge and understanding of engineering management

Year 1

These modules provide an appropriate platform for an Engineering
Professional to understand the basic principles of engineering in
the areas of Circuit Analysis, Analogue and Digital Electronics,
Engineering Materials, Engineering Statics & Dynamics and
Engineering Design

In addition, a thorough grounding in principles of IT and
management are provided by the Programming and Management modules.
Modules such as Engineering Mathematics and Introduction to
Management provide the basic academic skills required to meet the
demands of employers. Important and relevant skills for managing
activities and for your own independent learning are also introduced

Commomn Modules

 Analysis of Circuits

 Engineering Materials

 Introduction to Management

 Engineering Mathematics 1

 Introduction to C Programming

 Engineering Mathematics 2

 Instrumentation & Measurement

 Engineering Design

Specialised Modules

 Engineering Statics & Dynamics

In addition to the
above, all students are also required to successfully complete
General Studies modules as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualification
Agency, as well as fulfill credit requirements for Co-Curricular
Activities

Year 2

Here, you start specialising in modules that develop the
necessary underlying knowledge and skills in Mechatronic
Engineering. Further, in-depth Electronic and Mechanical skills are
developed here with modules such as Electromagnetic Field Theory,
Engineering Software & Applications, Analogue Electronics, Digital
Electronics, Sensor & Actuators, Introduction to Power System,
Signals & Linear Systems and Strength of Materials. Engineering
Mathematics is provided for the better understanding of the
engineering modules.

Common Modules

 Analogue Electronics

 Introduction to Power System

 Engineering Mathematics 3

 Electromagnetic Field Theory

 Digital Electronics

 Engineering Software & Applications

 Signals & Linear Systems

Specialised Modules

 Strength of Material

 Sensor & Actuators

 Intermediate Robotics

Year 3

Specialised knowledge and skills in the areas of Machine Design,
CAD/CAM, Advance Robotics, Control Engineering, Communication
Engineering Principle, Thermodynamics & Heat Transfer, PLC &
Pneumatic System, and Numerical Methods & Statistics, are a critical
focus of this level. There is further development of the ability to
apply relevant engineering skills with strong critical thinking and
analysis.

Common Modules

 Control Engineering

 Communication Engineering Principles

 Power Electronic & Drives

 Numerical Methods & Statistics

 Microprocessor Systems & Embedded
Software

Specialised Modules

 Machine Design

 PLC & Pneumatic System

 CAD/CAM

Electives (Choose 1)

 Digital Signal Processing

 Advance Robotics

Internship

Industry placement with a suitable organisation for a minimum
period of 12 weeks, after completing Year 3 and before the
commencement of Year 4.

Year 4

The final year Engineering modules provide the necessary industry
application technological skills which will become very useful for
employment upon graduation. These modules include, Product Creation
Technology, Mechatronic Design, and Fluid Mechanics. Your personal
and professional development is enhanced by the module in Engineer
in Society and Engineering Project Management. You will enhance your
technical capability and understand how to innovate, generate and
manage the creation of new ideas.

The Project Phase I (Investigation) in Mechatronic Engineering
will enable students to take on R&D with commercialisation. The
Mechatronic Engineering Project Phase II (Implementation) also
develops the academic and practical aspects of your chosen areas of
study and reinforces your independent learning skills. This is where
you will demonstrate higher level critical thinking, analysis and
solutions development skills which will enhance your employability.

Common Modules

 Engineering Project Management

 Project Phase I (Investigation)

 Project Phase II (Implementation)

 Group Engineering Design Project

 Engineer in Society

Specialised Modules

 Mechatronics Design

 Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer

 Product Creation Technology

CAREERS IN MECHATRONICS ENGINEERING

The Mechatronic Engineering course provides the technical and
creative know-how needed to achieve the best possible engineering
career path. Graduates are also sought after for management
positions because of their broad skill base and knowledge of
state-of-the-art technology. Careers span the range of fields which
are normally covered by mechanical, electrical and computer
engineering. Roles include designing consumer machines, industrial
machines, robotics and automation for advanced manufacturing, robot
control systems or aviation electronics, software and hardware
development for real-time computer control systems among others.